The Code for Crown Prosecutors is a key document for the CPS. It provides guidance to prosecutors on the general principles they should apply when making decisions about prosecutions. This is the 7th edition, published in January 2013.

The CPS Advocate Panels assess the ability of outside barristers and solicitor advocates to undertake work for the CPS in the higher courts. The Initial Specialist Panel list and the updated general crime list, including the November 2012 application results, have been published.

Victims and witnesses are at the heart of the criminal justice system and we take our duties to victims and witnesses very seriously. Being fair and being seen to be fair are the cornerstones of everything we do. We aim to be transparent in what we do and keep you informed of our decisions.

We consult with the public, community groups, the voluntary sector and other agencies about the way we do our work. You can help us to be better informed, fairer and more representative by participating in our consultations.

Latest Public Consultation

Public consultation on Crown Prosecution Service Equality and Diversity Objectives 2015-2018

The Crown Prosecution Service is consulting on proposals for our Equality and Diversity Objectives 2015-18. The Equality and Diversity Objectives set out how we will tackle discrimination and promote fairness and equality ensuring compliance with our legal obligations as defined in the Equality Act 2010.

We are now asking for your views and will publish our final objectives following this consultation.

We publish detailed information about the way we work and the way we make decisions. In the Prosecution Policy and Guidance section you can find detailed legal guidance, The Code for Crown Prosecutors and further information about how we make decisions, the way we carry out our duties and how we spend public money.